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You will never get bored in Nevada. It is the driest state in the United States and with over 300 days of sunshine every year; there are endless outdoor recreational opportunities. Visit Death Valley National Park, “The Land of Extremes;” The Great Basin National Park, where you can still look up to the skies and see the Milky Way, The Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Lake Mohave for boating, swimming, camping, kayaking, biking, hiking, fishing and more. Go white water rafting, horseback riding, or have fun at a rodeo. Golfers can enjoy championship golf courses. For snow sport enthusiasts there is everything from heli-skiing to snowmobiling. Nevada holds winter recreation opportunities galore.

Try your luck at the casinos in Las Vegas, Reno, or Laughlin and while there; enjoy fine dining, superb entertainment and the shop until you drop cornucopia of stores. Nevada has its share of museums, historical sites, and attractions as well; like the Northeastern Nevada Museum and Western Folklife Center in Elko, The Midas School House in Midas, The Humboldt Museum in Winnemucca, The Boulder City Museum and Historical Association and The Hoover Dam in Boulder City, The Clark County Museum in Henderson and when in Las Vegas; see The Atomic Testing Museum, The Howard W. Cannon Aviation Museum, The Las Vegas Natural History Museum, The Las Vegas Springs Preserve, and The Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park just to name a few. Take a drive along the many scenic byways and delight in the beauty, history, and culture of this awesome state. Seven days a week, twenty four hours a day- there is always something to do in Nevada!

Physical Therapist Assistants are in huge demand for temporary travel assignments in Nevada.  PTA assignments are available in cities throughout the state of NV including: Las Vegas, Paradise, Reno, Henderson, Spring Valley, Sparks, Carson, Winchester, Pahrump, Sun Valley, Whitney, Boulder City, Enterprise, Gardnerville Ranchos, Spring Creek, Incline Village Crystal Bay, Mesquite, Spanish Springs, Nellis, Fernley, Fallon, Winnemucca, Laughlin, Lemmon Valley Golden Valley, Dayton, Moapa Valley, Johnson Lane, West Wendover, Silver Springs, Indian Hills, Ely, Cold Springs, Summerlin South, Hawthorne, Verdi Mogul, Yerington, Battle Mountain, Minden, Tonopah, Kingsbury and many more.

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Physical therapy assistant in nevada, physical therapy assistant – carson city, nv 89701.

Are you ready to explore new places while building your resume? At AB Staffing, we specialize in placing Allied Health providers in facilities throughout the United States. Our travel assignments range from three (3) months to one year, and can be added onto another assignment or area, giving you the opportunity to broaden your horizons and choose a different adventure. One of our dedicated and experienced staffing specialists is ready to match your medical expertise and goals with exciting and rewarding opportunities.

We are looking for a professional, experienced Physical Therapy Assistant in Carson City, NV  that is able to work quickly and efficiently while providing excellent patient care. Provider will also maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

When you work with AB Staffing, you enjoy TOP $$$ as well as the following perks:

• Dedicated and experienced staffing specialists here to serve you
• Professional housing assistance to simplify your journey
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plans available
• 401(k) and Flex Spending available
• Paid vacation time upon eligibility
• Credentialing assistance before, during and after you work with us
• Untaxed per diems and travel stipend for our providers on the road
• Referral bonuses
• WEEKLY Direct Deposit

Since 2002, AB Staffing Solutions, LLC, has placed Nursing, Allied Health, Advanced Practice and Locum Tenens Professionals at facilities across the country! With every successful placement, our providers improve patient care while exceeding the needs of our valued clients!

AB Staffing Solutions, LLC is an EOE, including disability/vets.

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Make a Difference as a Travel PTA

As a physical therapist assistant (PTA), you often interact with patients as they embark on rehabilitation journeys of growth and healing. This dynamic and rewarding career is ideal for you if you're passionate about patient care and eager to shape an extraordinary, adventure-filled life.

While your location may change when you become a travel professional, the physical therapist assistant definition and duties remain the same. Being a traveling PTA means you gain higher earnings, comprehensive benefits, and bonuses aligned with the demands of your mobile workstyle. Furthermore, the flexibility to choose assignments allows you to explore and learn from a tapestry of cultures, fostering personal growth and a profound sense of achievement.

Interested in traveling as a physical therapy assistant? Browse travel physical therapy assistant jobs at outstanding facilities across the country and find your fit.

What do travel physical therapist assistants do?

Physical therapist assistants work under the direction and supervision of physical therapists to provide rehabilitative services to patients. The primary responsibility of these health professionals is to help patients recover from injuries and improve their physical abilities. A PTA works with patients of all ages who have medical problems or health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.

PTAs provide excellent patient care along with assisting in the execution of treatment plans, teaching and guiding patients through exercises, administering modalities like heat, cold and electricity, helping patients with their mobility, and recording patients’ progress. In addition to their clinical tasks, physical therapist assistant duties often involve administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, scheduling appointments, and handling insurance paperwork. Their ultimate goal is to contribute to the patient’s ability to function optimally, to lead a fulfilling and satisfied life.

Typical PTA Job Responsibilities:

• Implement components of patient/client physical therapy treatment plan
• Obtain data related to the interventions provided
• Make modifications in selected physical therapy interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the physical therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort
• Assist the physical therapist in the treatment of individuals who have medical problems or other health-related conditions

Choose where you go

With opportunities for travelers all over the country, we’ve selected areas with the most popular medical traveling jobs to help you find your best fit.

Advantages & Perks for Travel PTA Jobs

Competitive pay

Certifications

Travel life

Medical traveler compliance & licensure.

Being a physical therapist assistant can help you achieve the travel career you’ve always wanted, but what if your dream job is asking for certifications you don’t have? Fusion can help you with that! We can help you find ongoing education programs, therapy training, licensing, and certifications to add to your resume and help you take your career forward, plus financial assistance to help you get there.

Degrees and Certifications

PTA license and certifications can leave you scratching your head when you should be stoked about traveling. We want you to know exactly what you’re getting into. Since degrees and certifications depend on your modality and specialty, Fusion’s compliance experts work with the facility to make sure that you have all relevant credentials required for traveling physical therapist assistant jobs. Plus, you’ll receive complete recruiter support the entire time.

Compliance Requirements

Some of your compliance requirements are the same across the board, but there are others that will depend on your specialty.

The three parts of compliance

• Occupational health records: Required immunizations and health examinations
• Documentation: Tax forms, insurance paperwork, and licenses
• Testing: Certifications, online training, and workplace safety exams

How do I become a traveling physical therapist assistant?

Initially, an aspiring PTA has to have their high school diploma and graduate from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)-accredited associate PTA degree program to gain essential academic skills. During their PTA education, students undertake courses in anatomy, physiology, and physical therapy techniques, coupled with essential fieldwork to gain practical experience.

Upon completion of the PTA program, candidates are required to pass the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) for PTAs to gain licensure or certification, depending on the state's licensing requirements. Additional certifications like Basic Life Support (BLS) are also often required by employers.

What is the average physical therapist assistant salary?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average physical therapist assistant salary is $59,770. However, the average annual salary can vary widely based on factors like years of experience, area of specialization, geographical location, and type of employer.

What is the job outlook for travel physical therapist assistant jobs?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of physical therapist assistants is projected to grow 29% from 2019 to 2029, significantly faster than the average for all occupations. This substantial growth is driven by the healthcare needs of an aging population, particularly the baby-boom generation. As they become more active later in life, boomers have increased their demand for physical therapy services. Additionally, medical and technological advancements are expected to permit a greater percentage of trauma victims and newborns with birth defects to survive, creating added demand for therapy and rehabilitative services.

Where does a travel physical therapist assistant work?

Traveling PTAs provide care for people in a variety of settings, including hospitals, physical therapy clinics, private practices, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, skilled nursing facility, schools, sports and fitness facilities, work settings, and nursing homes.

How long is a typical travel physical therapist assistant assignment?

In the United States, typical assignments for travel physical therapy assistants last 13 weeks, but anything between 8 and 26 weeks is common. Medical facilities often offer to renew your contract, too, which is called an extension. Extension offers are usually made in the last 3 to 5 weeks of your travel assignment, but if you’re interested in staying on longer, you should reach out to your healthcare staffing recruiter.

I'm a new graduate. When can I start my traveling career?

For most therapy allied professionals, you can jump right into the travel life you’ve always wanted as soon as you have your degree in hand. What degree that is will also depend on your therapy career. While physical therapists (PTs) require a doctoral degree, occupational therapists (OTs) and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) need their master’s degrees. After graduation, physical therapy grads and occupational therapy grads can start traveling professionally right away, but SLPs must complete a clinical fellowship year and get certified before traveling.

Do traveling physical therapist assistant jobs offer benefits?

Fusion offers amazing benefits including three Medical plans to choose from, one PPO plan and two High Deductible Plans, as well as additional benefits like Dental, Vision, Basic Life, and Short-Term Disability. If traveling to the state of Hawaii, Hawaii has its own mandated coverage and you will be offered that coverage at that time. If you were previously on the BCBS Nebraska Medical coverage and/or the Ameritas Dental and Vision, this coverage will be terminated when moving to Hawaii for a traveling physical therapist assistant assignment. Learn more about benefits.

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Best Travel PTA Jobs, Salary, and Companies

Last Updated April 21, 2024

Tim Fraticelli, DPT Physical Therapist

Ever heard of a travel Physical Therapy Assistant? This itinerant job is similar to that of a travel PT, travel Nurse or travel Occupational Therapist. If you love to explore new cities and want to earn more money as a PTA, you should consider travel PTA jobs. 

This ultimate guide to travel therapy will inform and equip you to maximize your opportunities as a travel PTA. I’ll also include write-ups on 5 of the best therapy agencies to help you get started.

What is a Travel PTA?  

So what does a travel PTA do? 

A physical therapy assistant works in direct collaboration with a physical therapist, treating musculoskeletal injuries, neuro-muscular disabilities, and impaired mobility in all kinds of patients. A travel physical therapy assistant performs the same duties, except under contract with a health professional staffing agency.  

A travel PTA job may be temporary, but it’s not insecure by any means. In fact, the demand for physical therapy assistants is only rising, and many organizations are under-staffed and needing temporary help. 

Travel PTAs are the perfect solution to this gap in staffing, filling in at clinics and therapy agencies all over the country. 

As the field of travel physical therapy continues to expand, more and more PTAs will have the opportunity to try out a travel career. It’s one of the most exciting times to become a travel PTA!

How Does Traveling Physical Therapy Work?

To become a travel Physical Therapist Assistant, you’ll sign a contract with an agency that staffs traveling health professionals like you at various spots across the country. These assignments occur in all kinds of settings but are meant to be short-term or temporary, usually 13 weeks at a time.  

Travel PTA Job Settings

Physical Therapist Assistant jobs are available in a variety of clinical settings.

You could choose an outpatient clinic, hospital setting, Home Health setting, Skilled Nursing Facility, School setting, or a neuro-rehabilitation facility. 

If you want a variety of clinic settings throughout the year, sign up with an agency that offers many different opportunities. 

For how long do Travel PTA jobs last?

Generally, the length of a travel PTA job is between 4 and 26 weeks. But even if your assignment is on the short side, you may be able to renew your contract at a particular facility. 

So if you really enjoy the gig, you don’t have to move on right away!  

One benefit to travel physical therapy is the flexibility to take time off between assignments. So if you know you’ll need some time off for a family wedding this summer, or you want to backpack cross-country for a couple months, you can set your schedule so that you have sufficient vacation time.

Where to Find Travel PTA Jobs

Now for the fun part: where you’ll work!

As a travel physical therapist assistant, you decide which area of the country you would like to work in. There are opportunities all over the United States, so depending on your travel company, you might find available assignments in every state. 

Maybe you’ve always wanted to check out the beaches of southern California or hike the Rockies. There’s a need for physical therapy in every part of the country, including Hawaii! With travel PTA, you can go to your dream destinations; chances are, they have a PTA job for you!

Travel PTA Salary

If you’re wondering, “How much does a travel PTA make?” the answer is, “more than the average PTA salary !”

Travel Physical Therapy Assistants are typically paid on a weekly basis, ranging from $900 to $1,300 or more per week. Your weekly rate may be higher or lower than this depending on the area you choose for your travel assignment. 

A travel PTA salary comprises two types of compensation: a daily stipend and an hourly rate.

Daily Stipend

Designed to cover food, housing, and incidentals, this daily amount varies depending on the cost of living for your particular assignment.  Some agencies reimburse travel costs as well. 

Hourly rate

This is the amount you would get for providing service as a PTA. Although the rate will seem lower than what you’d get “back home,” you’ll take home more pay overall because of that daily stipend.

Suppose you work a full 40-hour week as a travel PTA at $16/hour and receive a $70 stipend each day. 

Despite the lower hourly rate (the average non-travel PTA salary is $26/hour), your paycheck as a travel PTA will total $1130 each week. That comes out to an hourly rate of $28.25 before tax.

And that’s another thing to consider: tax . Although you’ll pay taxes on your hourly pay, your daily stipend will incur little to no tax.

So before accepting a contract, I highly recommend negotiating this weekly rate. Try to maximize your stipend amount and take a lower “hourly” rate. That way, you’ll still receive the same weekly pay, but with less of a tax burden.

Best Travel Physical Therapy Companies to Work For

While there are agencies all over the country matching therapists with travel opportunities, not all companies work the same. Do some research ahead of time and ensure that the agency will give you a positive experience.

Here are some questions to ask when looking for a good travel therapy agency.

Will they pay your license fees?

Remember, your travels may take you out of state – that’s usually a good thing! But every state has unique PTA licensing requirements, and the red tape can get tiresome.

Some travel health agencies ease the licensing process by organizing the info, providing free CEUs, and even reimbursing any associated fees. Anytime an agency smooths over the licensing process, you know it’s a quality company.

What benefits do they offer?

A life of traveling isn’t without its liabilities, so choose an agency that offers a sufficient benefit package, including dental, vision, and even life insurance. Many companies include professional liability insurance in their benefit package, a worthwhile addition.

Can loved ones come along?

You’re a free spirit, but you shouldn’t have to go it alone. Thanks to the widening availability of remote work and school options, more and more travel PTAs are exploring the country with family in tow. Whether it’s a spouse, partner, child, or pet, your loved ones deserve to accompany you. Make sure they’re covered under your housing and insurance benefits.

How will you be housed?

Every agency provides some sort of housing, usually through an allowance. The amount of this allowance varies by location to reflect the cost of living, but generally it covers rent for a one-bedroom or studio apartment. If you need something different, the travel PTA company should offer a housing stipend. You might also want to check whether your accommodation comes furnished, and if not, whether you’ll be reimbursed for furnishing expenses.

What kind of career support do they offer?

If you’re accustomed to working with the same team at a clinic, travel PTA might take some getting used to. A good travel PTA company will provide 24/7 support no matter your work setting. Some agencies will assign you to a “clinical manager” or “liaison” so that you have the same agent to speak with throughout your travels. 

Best Travel PTA Companies

Medtravelers  .

Med Travelers offers a wide range of job opportunities throughout the country. Their strong support staff is renowned for helping therapists land great contracts in desirable locations. Here are some of the benefits of working with Med Travelers:

• Medical, Dental, Life and Professional Liability Insurance from Day One 
• Family and Pets Welcome
• Housing is Prearranged, Move-in Ready, and Furnished
• Alternative Housing Stipend Available
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan, up to $17,500 in Contributions per Year
• Reimbursed Travel Costs
• Specialist Support Available for Housing, Payroll and Career

Trusted by nurses and therapists all across the country, trustaff has been privately owned and operated since 2002. As one of the largest allied health staffing agencies in the nation, trustaff offers a wealth of opportunities for a spectrum of specialties all across the country. Their benefits package is transparent and fair, and their discounts the icing on the cake.

• Comprehensive benefits for you and your loved ones including
• Family-inclusive benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability coverage 
• Employer-matched 401k enrollment
• Exclusive employee discounts on entertainment and travel
• Step-by-step housing and travel assistance
• Personal access to a clinical liaison throughout the assignment
• 24/7/365 support line
• The opportunity to earn completion bonuses, referral bonuses, and more!

Core Medical Group

Your work assignments will always be in the US, but with Core Medical Group, you can vacation in the tropics. By completing contracts and making referrals, you’ll earn an expense-paid trip to the Caribbean. This perk rounds out a list of other excellent travel PTA benefits:

• Health Insurance (including an HRA)
• Life Insurance and Professional Liability Insurance
• Matching 401k Retirement Plan
• Free CEUs through CE Direct
• Reimbursements for travel costs, immunizations, and licensing fees
• Bonus tropical vacation earned through referral credits and completed contracts

National Staffing Solutions

Whether you’re looking for a short contract or a temp-to-permanent position, National Staffing Solutions will find the flexible work you want. This staffing agency pools the needs of hundreds of settings nationwide, enabling you to diversify your experience as a PTA with unique assignments. They offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance Package from Day One
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Private Housing 
• Reimbursements for Travel, Licensure and Continuing Education 
• Referral Bonus and Direct Deposit
• Specialized Search and Placement Program

Founded in 1979, CompHealth has 40+ years of experience in providing top-notch, specialized support for each traveler’s needs. Even when you’re ready to settle down, CompHealth can help you find a permanent placement. It’s the kind of company you can trust for a perfect job and optimal salary.

Here are some other perks:

• Reimbursement for Private Housing, Travel, and Transportation 
• Malpractice insurance and Employment Benefits
• Enrollment in a 401K Matching Program
• Reimbursement for Licensing Fees
• Negotiable Permanent Placements

Travel PTA Jobs: What’s Not to Like?

You can explore new locations, enjoy job flexibility, earn a high wage, and engage diverse patients all over the country. What’s not to love about being a travel PTA? Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or a brand new graduate, there’s a travel PTA job out there for you.

Tim Fraticelli is a Physical Therapist, Certified Financial Planner™ and founder of PTProgress.com. He loves to teach PTs and OTs ways to save time and money in and out of the clinic, especially when it comes to documentation or continuing education. Follow him on YouTube for weekly videos on ways to improve your financial health.

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